Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung ST90

Here, we are analyzing the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung ST90, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and ST90 (14MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and ST90 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was revealed 10 months earlier than the ST90 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores versus the ST90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC & Samsung ST90. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC enjoys exterior measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC compared to the ST90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and ST90 is 85 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and ST90.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung ST90 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.